We have resumed select face-to-face services for students by appointment and virtual classes continue to be offered. If you would like to discuss face-to-face services, please get in touch with your current LightHouse contact. All other inquiries can be emailed to info@lighthouse-sf.org or give us a call at 415-431-1481.
All students, customers, visitors and staff are required to wear a mask at all of our sites.
LightHouse will be closed Monday, July 4 for Independence Day.
Jun 30
All students, customers, visitors and staff are required to wear a mask at all of our sites.
Create in Community (in-person)
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Jun 30
Get your creative juices flowing every Thursday afternoon as the Craft Room reopens in person for us to explore a variety of different arts media and prompts that will change each month. Loose your curiosity and sense of play in a supportive space where you are welcome to experiment with the current projects or bring your own craft to work on alongside friends. No experience is necessary. Wear or bring something you don't mind getting dirty.
THIS MONTH: Beat the heat and visit HQ to learn a perfect project for those hot summer daze. Slow Stitching is a meditative process that is all about being in the moment as you assemble an assortment of meaningful fabric colors, textures and shapes that make you feel contented, both in their symbolism and their handling as you stitch them onto your creation. We will have open eye needles, threads and an assortment of repurposed fabrics to choose from and you are also welcome to bring in your own favorite sewing tools and fabrics.
If you have any questions, please contact Maia at Mscott@gighthouse-sf.org.
All students, customers, visitors and staff are required to wear a mask at all of our sites.
Introduction to Access Technology Session 1: June/July 2022 (online)
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Jun 30
This is an 8 week course that introduces access technology concepts, terminology, and options on smartphones and computers in a group setting. The goal for this group introductory course is to help students not only learn about the basics of access technology but to also learn alongside a community. With our knowledgeable and patient AT instructors, we hope to provide a solid foundation for people who are completely new to access technology or who want to solidify their understanding of what access technology is and can do to empower them.
Here is a brief description of our 8-week curriculum and class schedule:
- 06/09/2022: What Is Access Technology
In this class, we will discuss what the term "Access Technology" means as well as the varied terminology one may come across in learning more about access technology. - 06/16/2022: Access Technology on Computers
In this class, we will explain the different access technology options on computers by covering Magnification or Zoom options on the Windows and Mac for low vision users. We will also cover the steps to navigate the keyboard and to perform different tasks using Screen Reader on a Windows or Mac. - 06/23/2022: Access Technology on Smartphones
In this class, we will cover access technology options on smartphones and how to activate screen readers such as Voice Over on iOS and Talk Back on Android devices. - 06/30/2022: Virtual Assistants and Smart Speakers
In this class, we will review the various voice assistant options such as Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant as well as Smart Speakers such as Homepod, Google Nest, and Echo. Additionally, we will cover the strengths and best uses for these voice assistants. - 07/07/2022: Notetaking with Access Technology
In this class, we will discuss the different aspects to note-taking whether it be in an academic, professional, or personal context and the uses of adaptive note-taking tools and devices such as digital recorders, Braille devices, and note-taking solutions on smartphones and computers. - 07/14/2022: The Home Screen and Phone Calls
In this class, we will unlock the smartphone and navigate the home screen items and putting our previously learned skills to the test. We will also use virtual assistants such as Siri and Google Assistant to open applications and make phone calls. - 07/21/2022: Text Messages and Email
In this class, we will explore the basic layout of messaging and email applications and the conversations within the messaging and mail applications. We will also continue to apply our skills and use Siri or Google Assistant to read send, read, and play back text messages and emails. - 07/28/2022: System Settings and Downloading Apps
In this last class, we will learn to adjust system settings, use Siri/Google Assistant to toggle options such as Wi-Fi, Do Not Disturb, Dark Mode, etc., and search for apps on the App Store or Play Store. Then we will learn how to download and explore new applications.
Session 1is full. But you may RSVP for Session 2 which will start in August to jko@lighthouse-sf.org to be added to the class email list and waitlist.
The events for the upcoming week are read aloud on our event hotline every Friday, which can be accessed by calling (415)694-7325.
For more information about visiting the Adaptations Store, head to our shop page.
The LightHouse is scent-free. Please abstain from wearing colognes, perfumes, or other scented products. Additionally, coffee must be securely lidded at all times and citrus should not be peeled on the premises. Thanks for supporting our efforts to respect chemical sensitivities.